Which is the most popular engine in the Audi A1?

There haven't been a lot of diesel engines offered with the A1, making the petrol motors more popular. The S Line Competition has the 40 TFSI, which produces 197bhp or 204bhp for the fastest acceleration times.

What are the most popular trim levels?

The new A1 comes in Sport, S Line and Black Edition trims. The S Line is the most popular used trim because of the value it provides while still offering some updated features and technology. This includes a sportier body kit and suspension, along with larger 17-inch alloy wheels.

What optional extras should I look out for?

Customers should look out for the Technology Pack with its immersive SONOS 3D premium sound system, Phonebox light with wireless device charging and heated front seats. This package also comes with advanced safety equipment, such as a high-tech reversing camera and the parking system plus technology.

Is the Audi A1 a good family car?

Even though the A1 is a compact hatchback, it's still practical enough for smaller families. Adults are able to fit in the rear seat, and there's a good amount of boot space available. With the upgraded technology, even longer drives can be enjoyable.

Is there a hybrid version of the Audi A1?

Even though Audi has been a leader in the hybrid and EV market, the A1 doesn't have any electrified powertrains yet.

Is the Audi A1 available as an automatic?

Some engines were available with an automatic gearbox, but they aren't as popular as the manual transmissions. However, customers should be able to find either in the used market.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

Most Audi A1 models have standard front-wheel drive. Because four-wheel drive was a rare option, there aren't many available on the used market. For typical driving conditions in the city or on the motorway, front-wheel drive is capable and provides good handling.

2,620 Used Audi A1 cars for sale

Audi A12024 - Black Edition 30 TFSI 110 PS S tronic Automatic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£25,450

1L
7.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cardiff Audi

02922679534 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi A12022 - 30 TFSI 110 S Line 5dr S Tronic Auto

Low Mileage

£19,318

1L
21.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall MINI Bournemouth

01202099922 *

Audi A12024 (62) - 1.4 TFSI Sport Euro 5 3-Door

Low Mileage

£6,750

Finance available £128 pm

1.4L
37.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

JUST-MOTORS NW LTD

01615498399 *

Audi A12019 - 35 TFSI S Line 5dr

£15,998

1.5L
53.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Wigan)

01942597310 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi A12023 - S line 30 TFSI 110 PS S tronic 5-Door

£22,950

Finance available £461 pm

1L
15.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Crewe Audi

01270441079 *

4.8/5 Stars

Audi A12022 - 25 TFSI Black Edition 5dr S Tronic

£22,495

Finance available £442 pm

1L
31.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Donnelly Mallusk Motorstore

02895908087 *

Audi A12019 (19) - Sportback 1.5 35 TFSI 150 SLine StyleEd STronic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£17,295

1.5L
41.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Specialist Cars Dunfermline

01383347079 *

Audi A12022 - 35 TFSI S Line 5dr S Tronic

Low Mileage

£22,539

1.5L
4.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hitchin Audi

01462412595 *

4/5 Stars

Audi A12023 - 1.5 TFSI 35 S line Sportback S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr Semi Auto

Reduced

£22,995

1.5L
9.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

B S Marson & Sons

01782390973 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi A12013 - 2.0 TDI Sport 3-Door

£4,795

Finance available £85 pm

2L
96.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

ARK Vehicle Centre Limited

01642549667 *

Audi A12020 (70) - 25 TFSI Sport 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£14,499

1L
58.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Nissan Darlington

01325528051 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi A12016 (66) - 1.4 TFSI S line Sportback Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,450

Finance available £211 pm

1.4L
50.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Chester Car Supermarket Ltd

01244562668 *

Audi A12017 - 1.0 TFSI Sport 5dr Man, petrol, white + low mileage

Low Mileage

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

1L
43.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

JTC Motors LTD

01752423585 *

Audi A12020 - 25 TFSI Technik 5dr S Tronic

Low Mileage

£16,998

1L
31.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Kia (Dundee)

01382214962 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi A12012 (62) - 2.0 TDI S line Hatchback 3dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (143 ps)

Low Mileage

£5,499

Finance available £101 pm

2L
99.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SmartBuyMotors Ltd

01443809176 *

Audi A12017 (17) - 1.4 TFSI Sport Sportback Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,550

Finance available £213 pm

1.4L
37.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Audi A12019 (19) - 30 TFSI S Line 5dr

Reduced

£10,450

Finance available £211 pm

1L
33.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

RMM CARS LTD

01215160585 *

Audi A12019 - 35 TFSI Sport 5dr S Tronic Auto

Low Mileage

£17,455

1.5L
20.2K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Barnstaple

01271443056 *

Audi A12021 - 30 TFSI 110 Sport 5dr S Tronic

£17,900

Finance available £347 pm

1L
48.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

S McAfee & Son

02825440920 *

Audi A12023 - S line 25 TFSI 95 PS 5-speed Manual 5-Door

Reduced

£19,850

1L
15.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cardiff Audi

02922679534 *

4.7/5 Stars

Why buy a used Audi A1?

If you're in the market for a car that's practical, comfortable and classy, then a used Audi A1 is a great choice. This small car is fun to drive and offers good handling as well as numerous advanced safety features. It's perfectly styled, inside and out, with high-tech additions that make it more desirable.

Used Audi A1 snapshot review

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Pros

Great to drive
Stylish interior and exterior
Much more practical than before

Cons

Pricier than rivals
Interior quality lacking in places
Limited engine range

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Different generations of used Audi A1

Audi spent time creating a supermini that could compete against the MINI Hatch, and released the A1 in 2010. With its upmarket styling and well-built design, the A1 became a popular vehicle almost immediately. Now in its second generation, Audi continues to revise the powertrains and features, ensuring that it remains a top choice among discerning drivers.

Second Generation (2018 to Present)

Audi discontinued the three-door hatchback model when releasing the new A1. The company also made the decision to discontinue all diesel engines, replacing them with petrol only. The size of the A1 was increased significantly, which gave it more interior room and boot space.

The angular lines and sharp curves of the A1 became reminiscent of the 1984 Sport Quattro rally car, especially with the horizontal slats found on the bonnet edge. A special model was released, known as the Black Edition, that added some unique black exterior styling touches.

Fuel type:: Petrol
Engine Size:: 1 - 2
MPG:: 40 - 61
Acceleration:: 6.5 - 11.5 seconds
Boot space:: 335 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
25 TFSI Sport 5dr
Cheapest
25 TFSI SE 5dr
Fastest
40 TFSI S Line Competition 5dr S Tronic

First Generation (2010 to 2018)

When it was first released, the A1 came as a three-door hatchback, but a five-door model was added just a couple of years later, giving customers more options. The platform was shared with the VW Polo (Mk5) and SEAT Ibiza (Mk4), giving it a reliable build. The difference was in the high-end features added to the Audi lineup.

The Sport models were offered with a softer suspension for better handling. There was also a special-edition A1 Quattro model offered. However, with only 333 built, the UK only received about 20 of them, making it very rare.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1 - 2
MPG:: 39 - 80
Acceleration:: 5.8 - 11.9 seconds
Boot space:: 210 - 270 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.0 TFSI SE 5dr
Cheapest
1.2 TFSI SE 3dr
Fastest
S1 TFSI Quattro 3dr

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